Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 26, 2020

So, as we close out on 2020 – here are some reflections and outcomes in the past that we might learn from. [] A DRAMATIC EVENT, BEYOND OUR CONTROL HAS SHUT THE DOOR ON RESTAURANT BUSINESS. Our purpose, and our passion have been devastated over the past 9-months and we know that it will still take time before things truly begin to improve.

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Culinary Cues

JANUARY 20, 2024

There’s a reactionary movement that I keep seeing in restaurants; a movement that assumes the answer to the restaurant bottom line is to take more and give less or give too much to justify raising prices. This is compounded when a restaurant doesn’t even take bread seriously. Help them out. Do it right!

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

If you're managing multiple locations of the same concept, you'll benefit from having a universal approach to hiring, training, suppliers, technology, and the overall guest experience. Making the right restaurant hire is more important than ever. This requires shared hiring, training, and supplier management.

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Culinary Cues

JANUARY 11, 2022

Before you turn and run away or write me off as unaware of how you have the perfect formula for success, just hear me out. We do know it will be different and the Baker’s Dozen list in this article will be only the start for those who think they are ready to take the leap.

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Social Hospitality

MARCH 27, 2020

Let’s focus on steps you can take to market your hotel or restaurant during the coronavirus crisis. There’s still an audience out there that will eventually re-engage with your brand; the key is to connect with them. With so many employees out of work, now would be the perfect time to reward their loyalty.

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Culinary Cues

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Anything worth doing is worth doing world-class whether washing dishes, organizing a cooler or workstation, dicing vegetables, finishing a plate of Kobe beef, taking inventory, or mopping a floor – it’s all important. [] CREATIVITY: Respect means everyone (cooks in particular) has a desire to create something worthy of carrying their signature.

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Culinary Cues

APRIL 24, 2020

Yesterday, I read an emotional, well-written, soul-crushing article by Gabrielle Hamilton – chef/owner of Prune Restaurant in New York City. It was an emotional experience reading this article and knowing that thousands of other chefs and restaurateurs across the country could have written a similar one.

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Culinary Cues

JUNE 13, 2023

I need a job” however becomes a sense of urgency that steps away from the negative and shouts out how important a job is to your survival. This is more work than I bargained for” somehow implies that a person was deceived during the hiring process and the fact that they must invest of themselves doesn’t quite sit right with them. “I

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Culinary Cues

AUGUST 26, 2024

If you are anything like me, the anticipation of a really good restaurant experience is at the top of my list when traveling, or just taking a break from cooking at home. This is a call out to all who make, sell, and earn a living through food to self-assess and ask a basic few questions: 1. It really hurts me to say this.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 13, 2023

Those who are serious about holding the chef title some day; the ones who are “in it, to win it”, are always wondering what’s the best path to take. Remember that being “the chef” will take you away from much of the day-to-day cooking, the adrenaline rush, and the team excitement that drew you to the kitchen in the first place.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

In this article, we’ll be highlighting six of the most pressing ones, as well as providing steps on how to face or resolve them. Corporate typically does all of the marketing and menu engineering , comes up with training processes, and works out deals with suppliers for better food prices. coli after eating at Chipotle.

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Disclaimer: The information contained in this article is general in nature and businesses should consider whether the information is appropriate to their needs. Check out the list of laws you’ll need to follow and which fees you could face for violating them in our ebook, Restaurant Fair Workweek Law: An Overview.

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Culinary Cues

MARCH 22, 2023

When offered, it quickly sells out because people are always drawn to perfection. It is that carrot just a bit too far out of reach that it can’t be grabbed, but in the process of pursuit we push ourselves as far as possible with that goal in mind. You know it, when you see it, feel it, smell it, or taste it.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

In this article: How do you handle inventory management to keep the bar always adequately stocked? For instance, if a staff member calls out sick, the manager must adjust the team schedule and redistribute tasks. If a specific liquor is out of stock, they might suggest a similar drink option to customers or adjust the menu temporarily.

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Culinary Cues

DECEMBER 5, 2023

In other words – patience and persistence – it takes time to build the skills and knowledge necessary to get to your destination. In all cases I would encourage you to take a step back, breathe deep, put down your knife, and check your enthusiasm for right now. This is where real cooking CAN take place.

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Social Hospitality

JUNE 22, 2020

The restaurant and food industry is one of the many to take advantage of the marketing opportunities Instagram offers. To start out with any kind of social media for business, planning is key. Take into account the day of the week, and match to the tone of your post. billion, which, in 2019, included $20 billion in ad revenue.

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Perfect Daily Grind

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Nevertheless, it’s still vital that coffee shop owners are able to hire skilled and passionate baristas to ensure their businesses remain successful. So, how can coffee shop owners hire staff who want to have long-term careers in specialty coffee? Read on to find out what they had to say. Want to read more articles like this?

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

Disclaimer: The information contained in this article is general in nature and businesses should consider whether the information is appropriate to their needs. If an employee withholds tips from the tip pool, employers are not liable to make up the amount lost to an employee who missed out as a result. until 3 p.m. (a to 10 p.m. (a

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

In this article, you'll learn which employees need to adhere to time clock rules, which rules apply to your restaurant, and how to use software to save $500 each week on payroll errors and time theft. Employees have the right to take unpaid 30-minute meal breaks if working more than five hours. Confirmation. California.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 2, 2020

Breathe in – breathe out. We breathe to cleanse our soul and to refresh our heart, to take time to reflect and put aside our anxiety, to pause and think more clearly, to contemplate the bigger picture and to start anew as an individual or part of a group. Here are some thoughts: [] BREATHE MORE THAN YOU TAKE A BREATH.

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Social Hospitality

AUGUST 8, 2021

Make your restaurant stand out online by using social proof as the foundation of your digital marketing strategy. Nearly 90% of people research restaurants online before dining out. The more positive reviews your restaurant has, the more it will stand out online. Proactively collect ratings and reviews.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 17, 2023

We have become somewhat immune to what greatness is and what it takes to reach it. How do you jump out of bed in the morning and push yourself to be extraordinary, when extraordinary is pretty ordinary? You can pick this type of person or business out in a crowd – they stand out, they shine, and have magnetism.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Bonus : Don't miss our downloadable employee evaluation form template at the end of this article! Explain why your restaurant uses employee evaluation forms Don’t forget to tell staff why you use employee evaluation forms: to track their performance, point out areas for improvement, and make decisions about promotions and pay raises.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 16, 2021

Looking back on my last few articles, I have focused on facts, on technology and on the hard time that we are all having hiring staff. They remind us not only that there are great people out there, but also that many of them work for us! When the chef and general manager found this out, they immediately jumped into action.

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7 Shifts

SEPTEMBER 25, 2019

Restaurant owners are placing more importance and effort than ever on making sure employees are engaged and fulfilled, and that toxic work cultures are stamped out before they can thrive. They also recognize the good work their employees do by hiring from within.

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7 Shifts

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

In this article, we’ll be giving an overview of what fair workweek is, where it applies, and the consequences restaurants could face for violations of fair workweek laws. If you see your city or state below, take a moment to read through the laws that exist in your area and which restaurants they apply to.

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Culinary Cues

MAY 20, 2024

He would spend endless hours trying to figure out how to re-create the experience of in-house dining through home delivery. We can all learn from this – ask the question: “If I take on home delivery then how will I maintain quality and promote a positive experience for the guest?” ” Enough said!

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7 Shifts

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Disclaimer: The information contained in this article is general in nature and businesses should consider whether the information is appropriate to their needs. Check out the laws you’ll need to follow and the fees you could face for violating them in our ebook: Restaurant Fair Workweek Law: An Overview.

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Sling

AUGUST 9, 2023

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Modern Restaurant Management

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

The problem this article addresses is the trickle-down of the “great resignation.” Those who figured out another path, a different career or a job in a different industry are seemingly unmotivated to go back to their previous work. New managers jump in without being well educated on reporting or handling of claims.

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Social Hospitality

MAY 18, 2020

Form a Commercial Team Some owners of small restaurants and hotels may not feel like they need to hire people for a specialized marketing team. Hire the right people with the right background. Gather your team, make a strategy, and start taking specific steps towards reaching your revenue goals!

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Social Hospitality

AUGUST 8, 2021

Make your restaurant stand out online by using social proof as the foundation of your digital marketing strategy. Proactively collect ratings and reviews Nearly 90% of people research restaurants online before dining out. The more positive reviews your restaurant has, the more it will stand out online.

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Restaurant365

MARCH 9, 2022

If you’re currently hiring restaurant staff, you’re not alone. Even with the uptick in hiring since the beginning of the year, the restaurant staffing crisis remains a major challenge for the industry. In Part 1 of this hiring blog post series, you learned about optimizing your job postings.

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7 Shifts

JUNE 4, 2021

In this article, we'll go into 15 key performance indicators for restaurants, why they're important, how to calculate them, and more. Time to break that out again. It's generally accepted that keeping food costs around 28-35% is what it takes to run a profitable restaurant. If it's not measured, it won't be managed.

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7 Shifts

MARCH 27, 2020

Do you have delivery drivers who you could hire, or would your FOH staff take on this role for extra pay? Read through our article on how to pivot your restaurant to takeout & delivery to see if leveraging these revenue channels is an option for your business. Reach out to those in need and engage in genuine conversation.

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Culinary Cues

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Funny, they all started out the same but took different paths. He worked in each kitchen area learning how to cut meat and fish, help on large banquets, work every position on the line, take inventories, and even how to make decisions on wines. He graduated and was immediately hired to work at another resort hotel in Colorado.

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7 Shifts

OCTOBER 20, 2022

But one can't deny that tips make up a majority of restaurant workers' take-home pay. In theory, it's simple, but this tip-out method is subject to federal laws and another layer of state-by-state laws on top of that. It's a constant conversation in the restaurant industry. Table of Contents. Tip Pooling Laws. Federal Tip Pooling Laws.

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